Aside from BBDD's stem issue, a number have noted that the sleeved bars
sometimes creak. I would expect that the sleeve is inflexible when clamped
properly in the stem. The bars flex quite a bit, and the flexing may deform the
inner bar a tiny bit at the ends of the sleeve and cause the creak.
Hey All,
Cross post here, but see here for photos and the list:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/JhptPuTzJ9GZvYyg8
If you buy multiple bits, we can haggle on shipping prices.
*Double Top and Down Tube Steel 650b Bike*: *$300 + Shipping*
Technically 700c, but converted to fit 650x40 with dimpled
I've used these stems for a couple forevers, and never felt the "need" to
use a wrench with the nut, but I always do. The "shelf," or maybe "ledge"
is better?, isn't particularly deep, so I think using a wrench makes for
more secure tightening. I'm also pretty retentive when it comes to this
VO Grand Cru Calipers/Silver/Recessed: $120 shipped conti USA; paypal G
Minehaha Saddle Bag: $45 shipped " "
Cardiff Whitson Saddle Bag/NOS/NIB: $35 " "
Cardiff Whitson Saddle Bag: $30 " "
Moving some more stuff to keep the little happy to see boxes going out the
door
Grand Cru calipers are
I just picked up a pair of Schwalbe One V-Guard clincher tires to try on my
Trek Madone. Interestingly, for a "racing style" bike, it has plenty of
clearance!
At only $26 each, these seem like a decent deal:
https://www.backcountry.com/schwalbe-one-tire-clincher?s=a
Good Luck!
On Monday,
Jay,
Are you thinking NWT or diamond llama?
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> On Jun 23, 2020, at 6:05 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> The stem worked fine on her steel bar, I don't know if it has that burr mark
> on it and I think it's long gone now. I don't imagine even my
The stem worked fine on her steel bar, I don't know if it has that burr mark on
it and I think it's long gone now. I don't imagine even my slightly obsessive
bike detective skills are going to ever solve how the dang thing got in there,
but I'd sure like to grab a piece of sandpaper and knock
You can order from Scott in Mpls, as already mentioned, or buy from him on
ebay. He's always got listings for tires there, makes it handy to see what
he may have in stock.
Ordering direct from Grand Bois has been mostly smooth for me. Recent
covid-related shipping issues have cropped up, they
Joe
I think you are correct about something inside the stem clamp causing the
gouging and resulting in the looseness. The inside of the stem clamp
looks 'terrible" for a machined surface. The "gouged" Al bar worked in the
normal Technomic stem, so the markings on the bar sleeve and clamp
Joe
Good catch on the burr. Are you saying the burr interfered with the
initial tightening of the stem clamp, resulting in less than adequate
tightening force, allowing slippage and gouging?
Leah, can you confirm if a burr in the stem was/is present and if the bar
sleeve is gouged?
John
Jeremy
I agree with your explanation of the 'creaking' of sleeved bars. Measuring
a B177 & B132 & a 1988 Sakae Road Champion, the sleeve is about 1.0mm,
probably slightly thicker to provide a sleeve ID < Bar OD for an
interference fit to the bar. I imagine the sleeve is heated and then
With the Bike Fridays now, they have two folding options: the regular
option has the main hinge rear of the bottom bracket, so the crank is fixed
to the main frame. The forward hinge (I think that's the name) puts the
hinge forward of the bottom bracket, so the whole drivetrain folds as a
unit.
Jay,
I would urge you to take a look at the Moulton options. The Moulton SST uses
discs and is optimised for IGH. The frame separates into two, so not a folder.
The link shows UK prices which include VAT, so outside EU price the 20% VAT is
deducted. The UK £ is a bargain right now which makes
Hello Corwin, I am really glad to hear Bernie is doing fine and still able
to create nice bike stuff.
On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 1:11:30 PM UTC-7, Brendan Willard in SF wrote:
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> I have a steel Ritchey that needs a crack on the chainstay repaired. I
> thought Mikkelsen would be the way to go
Hi Eddie -
Bernie Mikkelsen does indeed have a helper. I saw a custom stem he made for
Grant a few months back. Bernie is as good as ever. His helper handles much
of the stuff Bernie has trouble with as well as driving him around.
Namaste,
Corwin
On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 3:46:38 PM
Two bikes? I’m having trouble picturing those tires. Mine are 32mm and I
have to let some air out to get them in the suitcase. I’m wondering if you
would have to remove the tires to fit the suitcase, or are you not going
for a suitcase? Looks like great build(s)! Those should be able to
I'm still in the "it's the stem" camp. Reasons: 1. When she loosened it and
moved the bars up and down the noise was worse. 2. When she slid the bars out
there was a good bit of gouging on the sleeve like it was dragging on something
in there. 3. I saw a pic inside the stem and think I could
Well I’ve traded a few emails with a rep from BF and he is in the process of
generating a quote. Here’s what I told him:
- Dropouts, brazeons, cable guides etc. for disc brakes, linear pull brakes,
derailleurs, and Rohloff rear hubs. Maximum Frankenbike flexibility basically,
to allow for
Are these tires difficult to mount? I know this is largely determined by
rim choice, but I'm always super worried about buying anything 'tubeless
compatible'
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I like black with that frame color.
On Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 9:14:16 AM UTC-4 Will Ashe wrote:
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> Plus 1 on the black. It's a nice contrast with the butternut/mustard frame.
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I think the mechanical explanation with the sleeve would be that the joint
between the sleeve and bar is not uniform for the length of the sleeve and
thus there is some portion where it is not tight, so the sleeve and bar can
move ever so slightly in relation to one another under stress,
For the longest time, the average mtb rim was 18mm. People ran 2.1"
knobbies. Nowadays it sounds like you need a 23mm rim to run a 2" commuter
tire. Are things changing? Were they always wrong? I dunno!
I have one set of wide-ish rims -- Rhyno Lites. They have Big Apple 2.35"
tires on
Thanks!
I haven’t forgotten the pics. I’m on vacation and apparently can’t add pics on
mobile.
I have the Atlantis with me and will have the RockCombo back when I get home.
Then i can give it a proper test drive.
And take some pics.
I will say this: the Atlantis with dirt drop stem and
Not entirely related, but I was running 50mm tires on a set of Velocity
NoBS rims and kept getting weird flats where the tube looked like it had
been slashed 3-4". No punctures and not your typical snakebite pinch flat
pattern. I couldn't figure it out but Velocity said the tires were too wide
I have Dyads with 50mm Big Bens on my Appaloosa. I've had no problems for
the 4+ years I've had them. I think I've had such good luck because I am
religious about keeping them pumped up. I have a digital air compressor
(the blue one with the gauge from EPAuto on Amazon) and a Silca stainless
I ended up ordering the 700c Cava Robusto's for more protection. They
arrived yesterday and I'll probably mount them this week and report back.
On Tue, Jun 23, 2020 at 9:27 AM Will Ashe wrote:
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> I just ordered the Cava JFF in 700, and they're set to arrive on Thursday.
> I probably won't
I just ordered the Cava JFF in 700, and they're set to arrive on Thursday.
I probably won't get around to mounting them right away but I'm happy to
share my impressions.
Will Ashe
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My last few rides have been on other bikes, but I can assure you I am
pre-emtively annoyed at the one-tooth jumps.
Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito, CA
On Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 5:15:48 AM UTC-7, John Hawrylak wrote:
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> Bill
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> How did the cassette work on the test rides? Did you
Plus 1 on the black. It's a nice contrast with the butternut/mustard frame.
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Will Ashe
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What is this "Just riding for fun" you refer to? Blasphemy. (Just ride;^)
On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 7:44:38 PM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: If I’m
doing a very long ride at my destination (like a brevet or PBP), I will
bring a full-sized bike and pay the fee. If I’m just riding for fun, I
bring
Wonderful pics Patrick!!!
I always look forward to your latest pics.
Paul in Dallas
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How did the cassette work on the test rides? Did you encounter
'annoyingly small" shifts?
John Hawrylak
Woodstown NJ
On Monday, June 15, 2020 at 6:37:47 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote:
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> The 12-21 indexes great in the stand, so I'll take it out on the hilly
> road standard The Three
And another additional dumbing down I came across in the new interface -
the only option for adding an image to a message is to have the image
already on your PC - no way to specify a URL for an image on the web.
On Tuesday, 23 June 2020 15:24:25 UTC+10, Nick Payne wrote:
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> I had a brief look
Just remember while you are imparting this beausage, do not wear your
khakis. Because that type of patina in that area on pants is...problematic.
On Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 9:27:57 PM UTC-4, William deRosset wrote:
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> I vote for riding the black saddle until it looks brown. I have one
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